Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
wanted-fugitive
noun
/ˈwɒntɪd ˈfjuːdʒɪtɪv/
Definition
A wanted fugitive is a person who is actively sought by law enforcement because they are suspected of committing a crime and have escaped from custody or are evading arrest.
Examples
- The police issued a bulletin for the wanted fugitive who escaped from prison.
- Authorities are offering a reward for information leading to the arrest of the wanted fugitive.
- Posters of the wanted fugitive have been placed around the city.
Meaning
The term refers to an individual who is wanted by the police or other authorities, typically for their involvement in a serious crime.
Synonyms
- runaway
- escaped convict
- absconder
